Senior Compositor

Job Description

The Senior Compositor combines live action and computer generated elements into visual effects shots that realise the vision and creative direction of the client and Visual Effects Supervisor. The compositor is ultimately responsible for the aesthetic integrity and technical quality of the final image delivered to the client.

Primary Responsibilities
Work with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach for assigned shots
Perform all tasks associated with the compositing process, including 2D tracking, matte extraction, layering of elements, and color grading on difficult shots
Maintain the overall look, colour balance, and quality for assigned shots and sequences to create uniformity in all finished work
Create generic looks for other artists to apply
Work collaboratively with artists from other disciplines
Independently provide solutions to technical and aesthetic problems with minimal direction, and can handle the most difficult tasks under intense time pressure
Required Skills / Technical Competencies:
Strong knowledge of Nuke
Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo-realism and colour
Ability to work gracefully under pressure to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
Strong sense of composition, colour and design
Can quickly learn new software and techniques
Familiarity with using Linux systems preferred.
Ability to write Nuke gizmos and/or plugins is a plus
Python and/or C++ experience a plus

Education / Experience
At least 5 years of relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma or higher in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least 7 years of relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
Previous experience in look development and sequence supervision is ideal.

Preferred Skills / Competencies
The ideal candidate has strong fine arts foundation skills, such as photography and photographic lighting
Strong communication skills preferred.

JoinILM

At Lucasfilm/ILM we believe that diversity, inclusion and belonging are integral to our company. We are at our best when our people at all levels reflect the vast life experiences of our audiences, and we thrive when ideas and decisions from all are valued and represented. If you are passionate about the role, but don't fit every criteria of the posting, we encourage you to still apply. We want to hear your story .

This position is with ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd., which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g622wq-18-221-53-209-42 in your application.